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February 3, 2025

Hi Everyone, SRO Celebrates 30th Anniversary

DATE: FEBRUARY 3, 2025

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/MARCEE RONDAN

They say time flies…no kidding! Having first opened our doors on February 1, 1995, SRO PR is now celebrating its 30^TH year in the business. We want to thank clients (past and present), media supporters, colleagues, and friends for helping us keep the lights on all these years.

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THE SRO PR 2025 TEAM:

Mitch Schneider, Founder/Partner
Marcee Rondan, Partner
Andrea Faulk, National and Tour Publicist

Nashville Executive Director:
Lyndie Wenner

Las Vegas and San Diego Director:
Hillary Smoot

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January 30, 2025

Stoney’s North Forty loves Bikini Bull Riding, Galentine’s Day and more this February

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 29, 2025

STONEY’S NORTH FORTY LOVES BIKINI BULL RIDING,
GALENTINE’S DAY AND MORE THIS FEBRUARY

WHAT: Stoney’s North Forty inside Santa Fe Station is where country lives! Hop on the mechanical bull or take a spin on the dance floor below the mirrored armadillo! Stoney’s has you covered with free two step and line dance lessons Tuesdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Visit https://stoneysnorthforty.com/dance-lesson/ for times and details.

WHERE: Stoney’s North Forty inside Santa Fe Station

4949 N. Rancho Drive

WHEN:           Wed., Feb. 5               Bikini Bull Riding Ladies Night with Crown Royal Whisky & Casamigos Tequila
Thurs., Feb. 13          Galentine’s Day Party & 8 Second Showdown
Thurs., Feb. 20          “90 Proof” 90s Country Night featuring DJ Jeffro

ABOUT BIKINI BULL RIDING LADIES’ NIGHT

On the first Wednesday of every month, Bikini Bull Riding Ladies Night features $3 drinks for ladies. All bull riding participants receive a free bikini from Stoney’s Rockin’ Country, and ladies can compete for $1,000 in cash prizes.

ABOUT GALENTINE’S DAY & 8 SECOND SHOWDOWN

With free line dance lessons at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., “Cowboy” and “Cowgirl” shot specials, a special “Girls Night Out” cocktail pitcher ($40), and DJ Jeffro spinning country hits all night, men are invited to compete in a mechanical bull riding competition for 8 seconds and the chance to win $1,000 cash.

ABOUT “90 PROOF” 90s COUNTRY NIGHT

On the third Thursday of every month, Stoney’s North Forty takes a two-step back in time and relives the golden age of country music with 90s Country Throwback Night. With legends like Alan Jackson, Faith Hill, George Strait, and Joe Diffie, DJ Jeffro will keep the party going with everyone’s favorite 90s country classics and most popular line dance songs all night long.

ABOUT STONEY’S NORTH FORTY

From the creators of the award-winning, world famous Stoney’s Rockin’ Country, Stoney’s North Forty is a premiere destination for locals and tourists 21 and over who are looking for a boot stomping good ole time with line dancing, mechanical bull riding, beer pong, pool tables, and more. Located inside Santa Fe Station, and open Tuesday through Sunday, Stoney’s North Forty offers special promotions including Ladies Night on Wednesdays where ladies can enjoy $3 wine, well cocktails, and draft beer, Happy Hour from 6 – 7 p.m., and live music from a variety of artists. Doors open at 6 p.m. and there are free line-dancing lessons Tuesdays through Saturdays. All active and retired military, teachers, nurses, and first responders with valid ID receive their first drink free. For more information, visit stoneysnorthforty.com. For all the latest news and a live entertainment schedule, follow on Facebook @stoneysnf and Instagram @stoneysnorthforty.

ABOUT SANTA FE STATION

Santa Fe Station is a top entertainment destination in northwest Las Vegas with a 60-lane bowling center, 16-screen multiplex movie theater, premier state-of-the-art sportsbook, and more than 2,000 slot and video poker machines. The property also boasts more than 14,000 square feet of meeting space and 200 hotel rooms and offers guests a variety of dining choices. Santa Fe is in the midst of a property refresh with the arrival of Stoney’s North Forty, Stallone’s Italian Eatery, Nielsen’s Frozen Custard, and an all-new Poker room. The property will add a new High Limit Room this fall. For more information, visit www.santafestation.com or follow us on social media at @santafestationlv.

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STONEY’S MEDIA CONTACT:

Hillary Smoot, SRO PR
hillary@sropr.com
310.367.9056

STATION CASINOS MEDIA CONTACT:

Alex Acuna
Alex.Acuna@stationcasinos.com
702.495.4248

January 29, 2025

Vic’s Las Vegas swings with super music and super football in February

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 29, 2025

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ENJOY SUPER MUSIC AND SUPER FOOTBALL AT VIC’S LAS VEGAS THIS FEBRUARY

WHAT: Vic’s Las Vegas welcomes world-class jazz artists to entertain diners throughout the month of February, in addition to nightly live jazz from the LVA Jazz Academy.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Feb. 1                         JOE LANO QUARTET – 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
Feb. 7 & 8                   DAVE TULL WITH JOHN BELZAGUY AND DAVE LOEB – 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
Feb. 9                         BIG GAME VIEWING PARTY
Feb. 14                       VALENTINE’S DAY WITH MICHELLE JOHNSON – 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
Feb. 15 & 16               NICOLE ZURAITIS – 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
Feb. 19                       DINNER & ‘LOVE SONGS’ WITH THE JAZZ VEGAS ORCHESTRA – 7 – 9 p.m.
Feb. 21 & 22               TÉKA: AN EVENING OF BRAZILIAN JAZZ & BOSSA – 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Vic’s Las Vegas
355 Promenade Place in Symphony Park
No cover and no minimums. Reservations are strongly encouraged.

ABOUT JOE LANO

Joe Lano has become a staple at Vic’s Las Vegas, performing regularly at the venue since its opening. With his trio’s unique blend of old-school charm and modern jazz innovation, he has established himself as a favorite among Vic’s audiences, captivating them with seamless interplay and heartfelt interpretations.

Joe Lano himself, one of the Jazz world’s best-kept secrets, is a world-class guitarist, arranger, and composer who has been a mainstay of the Las Vegas and West Coast music scene for over 50 years. Since moving to Las Vegas in 1964, Joe has performed with nearly every major act in show business, including legends like Frank Sinatra, Lena Horne, and Steve Lawrence. A student of the renowned Dennis Sandole—John Coltrane’s teacher—Joe combines technical mastery with a deep, creative musicality.

Joe brings a fresh approach to classic jazz standards with inventive arrangements, compelling reharmonizations, and intricate guitar/bass ensemble passages. Accompanied by Jess Gopen on drums, Etsuko Mader on keys, and Jeff Davis on bass, the Quartet delivers performances that are both intuitive and swinging.

ABOUT DAVE TULL

Known for his dynamic combination of masterful jazz drumming, heartfelt songwriting, and exceptional vocals, Dave has earned acclaim worldwide. His album “Texting and Driving” soared to the top of the jazz charts and earned praise from NPR and Billboard. Whether behind the drums for Barbra Streisand or creating music that’s both thought-provoking and laugh-out-loud funny, Dave’s talent knows no bounds.

ABOUT THE BIG GAME VIEWING PARTY

Watch the Big Game on Super Sunday at Vic’s Las Vegas! With plenty of TVs throughout the venue, there’s not a bad seat in the house to catch all the action. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet for $40 per person that includes Beef Sliders, Chicken Wings, a selection of their signature Crusts (pizzas, pictured), Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs, Pop’s Meatballs with Pomodoro, mini–Pretzel Bites with Beer Cheese dipping sauce, House Potato Chips, Spaghetti with Pomodoro, and a fresh vegetable platter. Drink specials will be offered throughout the day, including Beer Buckets with either 5 domestic beers ($25) or 5 imported beers ($30), and Coronitas for $15.

Vic’s Player Card members can join in on the action with a chance to win Free Play with their Football Squares promotion*. Gaming players who hit a natural 4-of-a-kind, a 5-spot, or any hand pay jackpot can pick a square during the game with a chance to win $200 Free Play during each of the first three quarters of the game, or $500 Free Play in the 4th Quarter. Players can earn 2x gaming points from 9 a.m. to Midnight on Sunday, Feb. 9.

ABOUT MICHELLE JOHNSON

Singer-songwriter Michelle Johnson’s style – best described as Carole King meets Ella Fitzgerald – draws from jazz, pop, soft rock, musical theater, gritty blues, & soul. The Las Vegas based singer has recorded, performed, or shared stages with some of the biggest names in entertainment: Paul McCartney, Elton John, Gladys Knight, and Barbra Streisand to name a few. Her aesthetic has roots deep in the singer-songwriter tradition with traces of gospel and folk, and echoes of the vocal masters who ruled the radio waves in the days before rock & roll. That voice lights up “I’m All In,” her warm and vibrant latest single, which premiered on September 23, 2019. Once a background singer, she’s now stepping into the spotlight, so keep your eyes on her!

In Las Vegas, Michelle Johnson is known as the “First Lady of Jazz,” but her sold out shows cover a multitude of genres. After years of singing backups for many musical legends, she is currently recording her first solo album and working on a book about the music business. Michelle is also an accomplished producer of corporate events, concerts, workshops and private functions, and she is in the process of developing The Artist Development Academy of Las Vegas.

ABOUT NICOLE ZURAITIS

Nicole Zuraitis is a GRAMMY winning and 2X GRAMMY-nominated jazz singer-songwriter, pianist and arranger, New York-based bandleader and winner of the prestigious 2021 American Traditions Vocal Competition Gold Medal. With a “heart as big as her remarkable voice,” (Jazz Police), Nicole has positioned herself as one of the top artists and “prolific songwriters” (Broadway World) to watch in jazz and beyond.

As a recording artist, Nicole has released five albums as leader, and her sixth album, How Love Begins, co-produced with eight-time GRAMMY-winner Christian McBride, won BEST JAZZ VOCAL ALBUM at the 2024 GRAMMY® awards and features all original music. Besides leading her quartet, Nicole is the premier vocalist for the Birdland Big Band and frequently headlines iconic NYC jazz clubs like Dizzy’s Club at Lincoln Center, Birdland, the Blue Note, the Carlyle, 54 Below and the late, great 55 Bar. She has appeared as a featured soloist with the Savannah Philharmonic, Asheville Symphony and Macon Pops and has supported iconic singers like Melanie, Morgan James, Darren Criss and Livingston Taylor on piano and vocals.

Nicole’s arrangement of Dolly Parton’s Jolene, co-written with renowned drummer and bandleader Dan Pugach, was nominated for a 2019 GRAMMY®, spring boarding her career and making her a household name in the modern-day jazz landscape. In 2020, she was named in the top 40 under 40 for 2020 in Connecticut Magazine, and her weekly live stream during the Covid-19 crisis, “Virtual Piano Lounge,” was featured in Forbes Magazine.

Nicole has collaborated with an extensive list of luminaries, including Christian McBride, David Cook, Gilad Hekselman, Veronica Swift, Benny Benack, Stephen Feifke, Cyrille Aimee, Antonio Sanchez, Dave Stryker, Omar Hakim, Rachel Z, Helen Sung, and Bernard Purdie. She is a proud educator and currently vocal faculty at NYU, SUNY Purchase and the Litchfield Jazz Camp.

An ardent activist with a decade-long track record of giving back, her album release coincided with a self-produced music festival and day of activism for SavetheSound.Org.

ABOUT DINNER & A SHOW FEATURING THE JAZZ VEGAS ORCHESTRA

Every third Wednesday of the month is An Evening of Jazz & Giving at Vic’s Las Vegas. This will be an unforgettable Dinner & Show with the incredible Jazz Vegas Orchestra, playing in support of the Jazz Outreach Initiative (JOI). This event is proudly sponsored by Signature Cruise Experiences (formerly Jazz Cruises), with proceeds benefiting the JOI Orchestra to support jazz education and outreach programs. The price is $65 per person and includes a special dinner menu.

ABOUT TÉKA

A native of Londrina, Brazil, Téka is a master vocalist, guitarist, and arranger who blends the rich traditions of Brazilian music with the improvisational elegance of American jazz, creating a captivating style she calls New Bossa. With her sensual rhythms, flawless technique, and an unmistakably smooth voice, Téka has earned her place as a world-class artist. She has performed with legends like Hermeto Pascoal, Gilberto Gil, Flora Purim, and Grammy-winning composer Roger Kellaway, and her recordings have garnered critical acclaim for their emotional depth and technical brilliance.

This special evening promises an intimate musical journey as Téka shares selections from her celebrated albums, including Garden Planet, Watercolours of Brazil, and her latest release, So Many Stars. Her mesmerizing voice and rhythmic guitar will transport you to the heart of Brazil while evoking the sophistication of jazz’s greatest eras. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time listener, Téka’s performance will leave you spellbound.

ABOUT VIC’S LAS VEGAS

Created by Porchlight Hospitality in 2023, the award-winning Vic’s Las Vegas is located in Symphony Park at 355 Promenade Place. Open seven days a week from 10 a.m. – 1 a.m., Vic’s features Italian American cuisine, a full-service bar with Happy Hour from 2 – 5 p.m., a reverse Happy Hour between Midnight – 1 a.m., gaming, and live entertainment nightly. Reservations can be made by calling 725-755-5299 or visit vicslasvegas.com. Follow on Instagram @vicslasvegas.

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Hillary Smoot, SRO PR
hillary@sropr.com

*Artist images available upon request

January 28, 2025

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at El Dorado Cantina

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 28, 2025

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AMOR IS ON THE MENU AT EL DORADO CANTINA AND THE CANTINA BY EL DORADO
THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

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WHAT: Amor is in the air at El Dorado Cantina and The Cantina by El Dorado this Valentine’s Day. With rose-adorned walls as the perfect backdrop for romance, choose from any of their organic, non-GMO and seed oil-free authentic menu items like their award-winning, sharable tableside guacamole, or try the special prix fixe Surf & Turf dinner for two featuring two 4 oz. Filets and two Lobster Tails, served with mashed potatoes and asparagus. Raise a glass and toast to love with two complimentary glasses of champagne to round out the offering ($110 per couple).

WHEN: Friday, February 14, 2025

WHERE: El Dorado Cantina
430 S. Rampart Blvd. inside Tivoli Village, 702-333-1112

3025 Sammy Davis Jr. Drive near The Strip, 702-722-2289

The Cantina by El Dorado

8349 W. Sunset Road near the 215 Beltway, 725-208-1903

Reservations are strongly encouraged.

ABOUT EL DORADO CANTINA

Founded in 2014, El Dorado Cantina is best known for being one of the first Mexican restaurants in Las Vegas to offer cuisine featuring organic, non-GMO ingredients and for its extensive menu featuring dishes inspired by regions across Mexico. The El Dorado Cantina team believes in using sustainably raised products, which means that all the beef, chicken, pork, shrimp, fish, and produce used in the dishes originate from carefully selected farms in the U.S. free from antibiotics, pesticides, and steroids.

Happy Hour is offered at all locations from 3 – 6 p.m. A reverse Happy Hour from Midnight to 3 a.m. is offered seven days a week at Tivoli Village and Sunday through Thursday at the Sammy Davis Jr. location.

Now Seed Oil Scout verified, voted “Best Mexican Restaurant” by the Las Vegas Review-Journal multiple years’ running, and one of Yelp’s “Top 100 Places to Eat in the U.S.” two years in a row, El Dorado Cantina is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week with two locations in the Las Vegas Valley: 3025 Sammy Davis Jr. Drive; and 430 S. Rampart Blvd. inside Tivoli Village. For more information or to make a reservation, visit ElDoradoCantina.com or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

ABOUT THE CANTINA BY EL DORADO

Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, The Cantina by El Dorado features a streamlined menu of high quality organic, non-GMO authentic Mexican cuisine, a full-service bar with gaming with generous player incentives, and multiple televisions for an elevated sports viewing experience. The Cantina by El Dorado offers Happy Hour daily from 3 – 7 p.m. and a reverse Happy Hour from 11 p.m. – 2 a.m. offering half off margaritas, sangria, wine, and cocktails, $5 draft beer, select $8 appetizers, and complimentary chips and salsa. Every Tuesday is Tequila Tuesday featuring $7 Don Julio® 1942 shots, and every Wednesday, enjoy a $20 Surf & Turf taco special. The Cantina is conveniently located off the 215 Beltway and Durango Drive at 8349 W. Sunset Rd #150. For more information or to make a reservation, call 725-208-1903 or visit https://eldoradocantina.com/the-cantina-by-eldorado/ and follow on Instagram @thecantinalv.

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Hillary Smoot / SRO PR
hillary@sropr.com

Image is courtesy of El Dorado Cantina

January 27, 2025

TOTALLY TUBULAR FESTIVAL: 80’s New Wave Tour Returns This Summer For Its Second Year

DATE: JANUARY 27, 2025

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK

TOTALLY TUBULAR FESTIVAL
80’S NEW WAVE TOUR
RETURNS THIS SUMMER FOR ITS SECOND YEAR

THE COLORFUL MULTI-ACT ‘80S EXTRAVAGANZA
LAUNCHES JUNE 27 IN SAN JOSE, CA

Following last year’s successful run, the 80’s New Wave tour TOTALLY TUBULAR FESTIVAL announces its return this summer and features artists that exploded in the pop culture zeitgeist in the 1980’s thanks mainly to the high rotation of their music videos on MTV. These artists have enjoyed a steady rise in popularity in recent years, with their music having a lasting impact. Tour creator and JPA agency founder Jon Pleeter calls the TOTALLY TUBULAR FESTIVAL “the best ‘80s party on the planet. The audiences last year fully embraced the spirit of the tour and were wildly enthusiastic. The party continues this summer.”

The 2025 tour launches June 27 in San Jose, CA and runs through July 24 in Indianapolis, IN. The lineup is RIGHT SAID FRED, MEN WITHOUT HATS, HAIRCUT100, THE TUBES (7/10 – 7/24), THE MOTELS, ANIMOTION (6/25 – 7/5, 7/10 – 7/24), THE ESCAPE CLUB (6/25 – 7/5, 7/10 – 7/24), and MUSICAL YOUTH (who don’t appear on the 7/6, 7/13, and 7/18 stops). Men Without Hats and The Tubes return to the tour this year while some artists, such as show closer Right Said Fred, have not toured the U.S. since the early 90’s.

TOTALLY TUBULAR FESTIVAL will expand into new cities such as Anaheim, CA, Virginia Beach, VA, Bethlehem, PA, Huber Heights, OH, and Indianapolis, IN. and will keep its popular compact set times highlighting each artist’s major hits. The tour will also offer an expanded merchandise line at shows and online, including limited edition/collector’s items. Tickets go on sale this Friday, January 31 at 10am local time. Head to www.totallytubularfestival.com for more information on tickets.

A portion of proceeds from ticket sales will go towards food banks locally in each market.

The TOTALLY TUBULAR FESTIVAL 2025 tour dates are:

6/27 – San Jose, CA – San Jose Civic

6/28 – Anaheim, CA – House of Blues

6/29 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre

6/30 – Los Angeles, CA – YouTube Theatre

7/3 – Denver, CO – Paramount Theatre

7/5 – Dallas, TX – Pavilion @ Toyota Music Factory

#7/6 – Houston, TX – House of Blues

^7/10 – Virginia Beach, VA – The Dome

^7/11 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheatre

^7/12 – New York, NY – Hammerstein Ballroom

&^7/13 – Atlantic City, NJ – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

^7/16 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall

^7/17 – Bethlehem, PA – Wind Creek Events Center

&^7/18 – Rama, ONT – Casino Rama

^7/19 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center

^7/20 – Detroit, MI – Meadow Brook Amphitheatre

^7/22 – Huber Heights, OH – Rose Music Center @ The Heights

^7/24 – Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheatre

# Houston lineup is: Right Said Fred, Men Without Hats, Haircut 100, and The Motels

^ Includes: The Tubes

& Musical Youth does not appear

Here’s an array of praise for last year’s TOTALLY TUBULAR FESTIVAL:

“As if in a DeLorean, Totally Tubular took us back to the ’80s on Tuesday… Some of these ’80s hit songs are so woven into the fabric of our lives, fans seemed ecstatic to get the chance to hear and see these songs performed firsthand.’”
–Andrew Sherman, Dallas Observer, 7/10/24

“The Totally Tubular Festival on Friday, July 26 at the Meadow Brook Amphitheatre was a trip in the Way Back Machine, a nearly five-and-a-half hour exercise in unabashed and unapologetic nostalgia, 80s variety. Modern English slipped in a couple of songs from its new album, ‘1 2 3 4,’ but mostly the eight acts from the day joyfully led a crowd of 6,000 or so down an aural memory lane of enduring hits from four decades ago. And if there was any PTSD about the fashion choices of that era, it was shed as many of those at Meadow Brook brought out their garishly colorful garb and face make-up to add to the time capsule feel of the night. ‘I hope it looks and feels and sounds the same,’ Bow Wow Wow’s Annabella Lwin told the crowd.”
–Gary Graff, The Oakland Press, 7/27/24

“Totally Tubular Festival at the Santa Barbara Bowl Was a Feast Full of Fun for the Fifty-Something Set” –Leslie Dinaberg, Santa Barbara Independent, 7/3/24

“The Totally Tubular Festival at the YouTube Theatre was a blast from the past, with a lineup of ’80s acts that brought back memories of neon colors and big hair. The audience was treated to a night of pure nostalgia and fun, with standing ovations and sing-alongs.” –L. Paul Mann, Grateful Web, 7/9/24

“The Fox Theater transformed into a neon-drenched time machine this past Sunday, as the Totally Tubular Festival crashed into Oakland like a tidal wave of ’80s nostalgia. With a surprisingly early 5:30 pm kickoff, the festival crammed eight iconic acts into one glorious night of ’80’s (synth) pop ecstasy. The lineup read like a ‘Who’s Who’ of MTV’s golden era, featuring the likes of Modern English (still promising to melt with you), Men Without Hats (safety dance, anyone?), and Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey (holding out for a hero in his own right). But for us, the cherry on top of this retro sundae was none other than the mad scientist of synthpop himself, Thomas Dolby.”
–Kevin Keating, SF Bay Area Concerts, 7/1/24

“The Totally Tubular Festival really connected with its audience at The Anthem. Most of us in attendance readily recalled the halcyon days of Live Aid, and the invocation of anniversaries related to the date put us in a receptive mood for an evening of timeless music. Across the seven acts, there was a great deal of variety while everyone at least touched upon the dominant “new wave” label of the day. With Thomas Dolby, Tom Bailey, and Ivan Doroschuk alone, the festival also was bursting with personality.”
–Mickey McCarter, ParklifeDC, 7/18/24

“Every once in a while we all wish we could relive a certain moment in time, good or bad. The Totally Tubular Festival at the Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater in Bridgeport was a welcome blast from the past, turning an ordinary hot summer day into an unforgettable ’80s extravaganza! With the venue lights emulating pink and blue neon lights and vintage tunes blaring, the amphitheater transformed into a time machine, whisking us back to an era of big hair, synth-pop, and infectious energy.”
–Jessie Fuentes, Finding Connecticut, 7/22/24

www.totallytubularfestival.com

For more info about the TOTALLY TUBULAR FESTIVAL, contact SRO PR:

Mitch Schneider: mschneider@sropr.com
Andrea Faulk: afaulk@sropr.com

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January 22, 2025

LORRAINE LEWIS To Return In 2025 With New Femme Fatale Lineup Plus New Music With Lou Gramm

DT: JANUARY 22, 2025

FM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK/SRO PR

LORRAINE LEWIS
TO RETURN IN 2025
WITH NEW LINEUP OF FEMME FATALE AS WELL AS NEW MUSIC WITH LOU GRAMM
THE BOLD ROCK SINGER AND PERFORMER ALSO
ENTERS THE ONLYFANS ARENA

Photo Credit: Andre Tedim @andretedimphotography

With her powerful, gutsy voice, LORRAINE LEWIS cemented her place in the rock world as lead vocalist for the band FEMME FATALE with their 1988 self-titled MCA album. It produced two big rock singles and MTV videos: “Waiting For The Big One” and “Falling In And Out of Love.” Watch LORRAINE’s sizzle reel HERE.

Coming off a nearly six-year run as the fiery lead vocalist of Vixen, whom she was invited to join in 2019, the singer, songwriter, and sexy no-holds-barred performer is now doubling down on her legacy with a new FEMME FATALE lineup. “Femme Fatale is what most people know me for,” says LORRAINE. “I like being the only girl in the room, and I’m determined to keep my rock legacy alive. I’ve been working with a renowned songwriter/producer for a Femme Fatale release. I’m lining up my band and hoping to have something out this year. We have a plan and are looking for the right fit with a label. I want to be around people who ‘get me’ and I’ll never stop doing what I love. Rock and Roll never dies.”

Notably, LORRAINE has also been recording with Lou Gramm, the original Foreigner lead singer and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer. They have recorded an interpretation of David Bowie’s “Heroes” for release this June (exact date TBA). “While the classic song has been covered by many others, it has never been recorded as a duet with a male and female voice,” says LORRAINE. “When Lou sings the line, ‘I will be king and you will be queen’, I melt.”

“Lou is vocally brilliant,” she adds. “There were moments I could hardly believe I was in the studio with him. The voice I have loved since I sang in bar bands in my hometown of Albuquerque, New Mexico. I mean, ‘Hot Blooded,’ ‘Cold As Ice,’ and ‘Midnight Blue.’ His voice and chops are like no one I’ve ever worked with.”

In addition to her musical projects, “I’m excited to have jumped into the OnlyFans arena!” says LORRAINE. “I’ve always been unpredictable, and I know guys and girls have had my photo or poster on their wall since my hot videos back in the day. It’s time to go for it, have some fun and show off my wild side! I mean one of my singles is called ‘Waiting For The Big One.’ It just makes sense. I recently saw a clip of Cher saying she wished she would have been ‘badder’ which made me think, ‘Hell yes, I’m joining OnlyFans.’ I’ve wanted to for the longest time. Have you ever wondered what it’s like for me to be your girlfriend? Well here’s your chance. I’m following in the footsteps of Cardi B., Carmen Electra, Drea De Matteo, and more!” Connect with LORRAINE here: https://onlyfans.com/lorrainelewisrocks

“So many people put down social media,” she adds,” but I love it. It’s a way to connect with my tribe on a more personal level. I love being belly to belly with the fans & friends of mine.”

LORRAINE explains how her presence on social media led to working with Gramm. “I do a live ‘Q and A’ every Sunday at 5pm Pacific (8pm Eastern) where I let my tribe ask me anything. A question I get often is: ‘Who would you want to record with?’ My answer is always the same: #1 Lou Gramm, #2 Paul Rodgers, and #3 David Lee Roth.

One Monday back in April,” she recalls, “I got a message from his team on Instagram asking what songs I would want to do with Lou! I was stunned. Is this for real? They asked for my phone number and could I take a call with Lou on a Friday at 1:30pm Pacific. Of course I said yes, not really sure this was legit. But Friday at 1:30pm Pacific, I got a call and it was Mr. Gramm himself!! He told me to call him Lou.

“We started emailing and talking once a week to decide on songs we wanted to record together. It took several months, but we decided on some songs, recorded our vocals in May on our first track.”

LORRAINE is all lit up for 2025 and beyond. “I’m an entertainer. Before Femme Fatale, I was always a singer and performer who wanted to push beyond the limits,” she says. “That will never change, and I’m more fearless than ever. I’ve recently done stand up and I’m open to having a podcast. I’m still creating reality TV, have plans to produce a docu series, and want to do a remake of a movie. I’m an open book but still have secrets for my exciting future. I’m here to have fun, and live life to the fullest!! Let’s F-ing GO!!”

Photo Credit: Ute Ville Photography @utevillephotography
Make Up: Fredericke for IQ Beauty of Course
Hair: Maureen Scafuri, Brush Salon San Juan Capistrano

WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK

For more info, contact SRO PR:

Mitch Schneider // mschneider@sropr.com
Andrea Faulk // afaulk@sropr.com

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January 22, 2025

Country Trio CHAPEL HART Announces New Single and Video “PERFECT FOR ME” Releasing Valentine’s Day

DATE: JANUARY 22, 2025

FROM: LYNDIE WENNER/MARCEE RONDAN, SRO PR

CHAPEL HART
ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE
“PERFECT FOR ME”
FROM THEIR
‘GLORY DAYS’ ALBUM
LISTEN TO A SAMPLE OF THE SONG HERE

UPCOMING VIDEO DEBUT TO COINCIDE WITH
VALENTINE’S DAY RELEASE DATE

SONG
CELEBRATES
THE LOVING, HARDWORKING, AND DEPENDABLE
GUY IN YOUR LIFE

SINGLE ART—“PERFECT FOR ME”

On the heels of their appearance at the historic Rose Parade in Pasadena on New Year’s Day, female country music trio CHAPEL HART have announced the release of a new single and video—“Perfect For Me”—from their most recent GLORY DAYS album. The song was co-written with hitmaker Leslie Satcher (Martina McBride,“When God Fearin’ Women Get The Blues”; George Strait, “Troubadour”; Gretchen Wilson & Merle Haggard, “Politically Uncorrect”) and pays homage to the loving, hardworking, and dependable guy in one’s heart (relationship). Listen to a sample of the song HERE and look for the video to debut on the song’s official release date: Valentine’s Day (February 14).

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“It feels like it’s about time for a song to salute the blue collar ‘everyday’ working man!” CHAPEL HART’s Danica Hart says. “And this is it! He may not be rich or have the physique your family and friends thinks he should have, but he loves, respects, honors, and protects you and that makes him…‘PERFECT FOR ME!’”

“As soon as they listen to it, every one of my male friends fall in love with this song,” the group’s Trea Swindle adds. “It’s like they immediately picture themselves as that unexpectedly perfect guy, and the crazy thing is, for someone, somewhere, they really are.”

The new single follows a busy 2024 for the group (sisters Danica and Devynn Hart and cousin Trea Swindle). They not only toured the U.S., UK and Japan, but also wrote, recorded, and released their first Christmas album, HARTFELT FAMILY CHRISTMAS (the NEW YORK TIMES described their performances on it as “both pristine and playful…”) and launched a holiday tour in support of its release. Most recently, these Opry NextStage Artists performed at a birthday celebration for Dolly Parton, the Queen of Country’s 79^th birthday (January 18) on the Opry stage. The group was recently featured in US WEEKLY after they finally got to meet the legendary Parton following the 2021 release of “You Can Have Him Jolene,” a song inspired by Dolly’s iconic 1970’s ‘Jolene.’”

Next up, CHAPEL HART has just confirmed a partnership with the Academy of Country Music for their ACM Live from the Red Barrel Lounge concert series (February 17-21) on Princess Cruises for a Western Caribbean/Mexico trek. Later this spring, the trio will appear at the acclaimed New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. It will be followed by a May visit to Korea, performing for U.S. troops following rave reviews from servicemen and women for their recent military shows; this is part of CHAPEL HART’s ongoing commitment to giving back. In addition, the group is preparing for a new album release later this year.

About CHAPEL HART:

CHAPEL HART, consisting of sisters Danica and Devynn Hart, along with their cousin Trea Swindle, are celebrated for their performance of their Dolly Parton-inspired “You Can Have Him, Jolene” during their first appearance on America’s Got Talent in 2022 which earned them a group Golden Buzzer and catapulted them to stardom. In quick succession, the Mississippi natives shot to No. 1 on iTunes, heard from Parton herself, and received an invitation to make their Grand Ole Opry debut. Since then, they’ve gone on a world tour and reached fans around the globe earning them the title of “International Group of the Year” as well as “International Song of the Year” for the single “You Can Have Him Jolene” in Scotland. They were also nominated in multiple categories by the British CMA’s including “Group of the Year” and “Album of the Year” for their sophomore album release “The Girls Are Back In Town.”

Visit CHAPEL HART’s website and social media for more information and updates.

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January 17, 2025

SOLENCE Bring Positivity On New EP ‘Blue Monday’ Ahead of Most Depressing Day of Year

DT: JANUARY 17, 2025

FM: KELLY WALSH, MITCH SCHNEIDER / SRO PR

ELECTRONIC METAL GROUP
SOLENCE
BRINGS POSITIVITY WITH NEW EP
‘BLUE MONDAY’
AHEAD OF ‘BLUE MONDAY’, MOST DEPRESSING DAY OF YEAR
EP OUT TODAY, JANUARY 17, VIA BETTER NOISE MUSIC
STREAM/DOWNLOAD HERE

BAND TO TOUR U.S. IN SPRING ALONGSIDE AMITY AFFLICTION, HAIL THE SUN, AND MANY EYES
2/28 – 3/26
TICKETS ON SALE HERE

SOLENCE – BLUE MONDAY EP artwork (Download HERE)

Electronic metal group SOLENCE’s main goal is to bring the “fun” back to rock & roll by lifting audiences up with their high-energy performances and relatable lyrics. “Most of us in life struggle with insecurity, past trauma, or things we’re in now when we feel stuck, depressed, and down. Many bands describe those feelings, but we want to help people get out of them to make them feel stronger,” shares frontman Markus Videsäter. SOLENCE are now ready to help combat the world’s ‘most depressing day of the year’ aka Blue Monday (January 20) with the upcoming release of their new EP, BLUE MONDAY on January 17 via Better Noise Music. It features three of their new tracks: “F**k The Bad Vibes,” “A Banger A Day Keeps The Doctor Away,” and “Who You Gonna Call? (Solence),” which Houston Chronicle highlighted in their “Top 50 Best Underground Music Videos of 2024” list. It also includes two remixed versions of their hit track, “Good F**king Music” by Swedish-based producer MVRE and LA-based producer kodeblooded (Asking Alexandria, Charlotte Sands). Stream / download BLUE MONDAY EP here: https://solencemusic.ffm.to/bmep.

“We wanted to do something fun instead of feeling blue this holiday, so we asked MVRE and Kodeblooded to take care of it,” says the band collectively. “It’s so fun to hear ‘Good F**king Music’ in a new light, and the guys crushed it!”

Based out of Los Angeles and originally hailing from Sweden, SOLENCE’s lineup consists of Videsäter alongside guitarist David Strääf, keyboardist Johan Swärd, and drummer David “Viking” Vikingsson. The band have built a dedicated global audience on past tours opening for bands including Five Finger Death Punch, Ice Nine Kills, Electric Callboy, We Came As Romans, and The HU, in addition to festival appearances across Europe (Rock For People Festival, Graspop Metal Meeting, Resurrection Fest, Tuska Festival, Nova Rock Festival) and the U.S. (Aftershock, Louder Than Life, Blue Ridge Rock Fest). They will bring their rowdy and interactive stage show to audiences across the U.S. this Spring as support for The Amity Affliction alongside Hail The Sun and Many Eyes from February 28 to March 26. Tickets are on sale now at https://solencemusic.com/. See dates listed below.

Lauded as one of PANDORA’s “Rising Rock Artists To Watch In 2023, SOLENCE have to date garnered over 300 million cumulative streams, 800k+ monthly Spotify listeners, and over 90 million video views since their formation in 2012. The band started out releasing heavy renditions of well-known pop hits from the likes of Imagine Dragons, Fall Out Boy, Ed Sheeran, Britney Spears, and Queen before breaking out with their 2019 debut album BROTHERS. It was quickly followed by their sophomore album, DIRECTION, which saw them achieve their first Active Rock radio charting with “Animal In Me” which became SiriusXM Octane’s most-played track in 2020. Octane’s Sr. Director, Music Programming Vincent Usuriello described SOLENCE’s sound as “a dynamic fusion of rock, metal, and pop elements, with powerful vocals, electrifying guitar riffs, and infectious melodies, creating an immersive sonic experience.” In 2021 SOLENCE released a third album, Deafening, which showed their range of inspirations from music to anime, gaming, sci-fi, and even philosophy and soon followed with their latest album Hope Is A Cult in 2023. Amidst writing new material for SOLENCE, Videsäter and Strääf have lent their songwriting skills to pop acts including Jason Derulo and Bebe Rexha.

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l-r: Johan Swärd, David Vikingsson, Markus Videsäter, David Strääf
Credit: Dylan Eddinger (Download HERE)

SOLENCE TOUR DATES
2/28 San Diego, CA – SOMA #
3/1 Fresno, CA – Tioga Brewery #
3/2 Flagstaff, AZ – Orpheum #
3/3 Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theatre #
3/5 Oklahoma City, OK – Diamond Ballroom #
3/6 Memphis, TN – Graceland Live #
3/7 New Orleans, LA – House of Blues #
3/8 Pensacola, FL – Vinyl #
3/9 Birmingham, AL – Iron City #
3/11 Raleigh, NC – The Ritz #
3/12 Norfolk, VA – Norva #
3/13 Myrtle Beach, SC – House of Blues #
3/14 Asheville, NC – Orange Peel #
3/15 Lexington, KY – Manchester Music Hall #
3/17 Omaha, NE – Admiral #
3/19 Billings, MT – Pub Station #
3/21 Boise, ID – Knitting Factory #
3/22 Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory #
3/23 Portland, OR – Crystal Ballroom #
3/25 Reno, NV – Virginia St. Brewhouse #
3/26 Chico, CA – Senator Theatre #
# with The Amity Affliction, Hail The Sun & Many Eyes

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ABOUT BETTER NOISE MUSIC
BETTER NOISE MUSIC is the premiere independent music label under BETTER NOISE ENTERTAINMENT, a content creation, and marketing company that produces music, books, films, documentaries, TV shows, theatrical productions, and tours. Better Noise Music, founded in 2006 by music industry veteran and independent pioneer Allen Kovac, focuses on artist development and has grown into a music industry independent powerhouse, with a roster including Five Finger Death Punch, Asking Alexandria, Finger Eleven, Bad Wolves, Dirty Heads, Nothing More, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, The Rasmus, The HU, From Ashes To New, The Funeral Portrait, Cory Marks, Solence, and Eva Under Fire. Partnering with FUGA, AMPED, and Membran, the company operates a global marketing and distribution platform with offices in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Austin, London, Berlin, Toronto, and Sydney. The label was named Mediabase’s #1 Active Rock Label as well as Billboard’s #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Label and #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint of 2024. The label previously made history by ranking as Billboard’s #1 Mainstream Rock Airplay Imprint for five years in a row (2018-2022).

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